Linear to radial polarization conversion in the THz domain using a passive system

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The work presents a compact, passive device that transforms a conventional linearly polarized terahertz (THz) beam into a radially polarized one, a field configuration that offers superior focusing, enhanced longitudinal fields, and improved coupling to near‑field probes. By adapting a proven…

Theoretical and experimental studies of metallic grids absorption: Application to the design of a bolometer

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The study delivers a comprehensive, validated framework for designing metallic grid absorbers with precisely tailored electrical resistivity, enabling the creation of efficient, room‑temperature bolometers and other thermal detectors. By treating structured metal layers as equivalent homogeneous…

Continuous‐wave scanning terahertz near‐field microscope

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The work reported by Guillet, Chusseau, Adam, Grosjean, Penarier, Baida and Charraut describes the development of a continuous‑wave terahertz (THz) near‑field microscope that exploits Sommerfeld surface waves guided along metallic wires. By combining differential phase plates, a Y‑splitter and a…

Propagation beam consideration for 3D THz computed tomography

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The study introduces a new physical model that captures the real behaviour of terahertz (THz) radiation when used for three-dimensional tomographic imaging. Unlike conventional X‑ray methods that treat the beam as a straight, uniform ray, the authors model the THz pulse as a Gaussian beam whose…

Near-field wire-based passive probe antenna for the selective detection of the longitudinal electric field at terahertz frequencies

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The work presents a novel passive probe antenna that can be operated at terahertz (0.1 THz) frequencies using a simple, purely passive structure. The antenna consists of a slender metal wire backed by a discontinuous phase plate that converts an ordinary linearly‑polarized free‑space beam into a…

Coupling and Propagation of Sommerfeld Waves at 100 and 300 GHz

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The study demonstrates that millimetre‑wave guided modes—known as Sommerfeld waves—can be efficiently launched and transported along simple metallic wires at 100 GHz and 300 GHz. By inserting a straightforward differential phase plate in front of the wire, the researchers achieved a theoretical…

Aeronautics composite material inspection with a terahertz time-domain spectroscopy system

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An in-depth editorial guide to Aeronautics composite material inspection with a terahertz time-domain spectroscopy system, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Non-Destructive Testing.

Study of blood plasma optical properties in mice grafted with Ehrlich carcinoma in the frequency range 0.1–1.0 THz

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The study demonstrates that terahertz (THz) time‑domain spectroscopy can detect measurable changes in the optical properties of blood plasma from mice bearing Ehrlich carcinoma, offering a rapid, non‑invasive diagnostic approach for oncological disease. By measuring the refractive index and…

Low-frequency noise effect on terahertz tomography using thermal detectors

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Terahertz computed tomography (THz‑CT) offers a powerful, non‑contact imaging modality for security screening, material inspection and biomedical diagnostics, yet its practical deployment has been limited by the low photon energy of terahertz waves and the high noise levels inherent to thermal…

Art Painting Diagnostic Before Restoration with Terahertz and Millimeter Waves

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An in-depth editorial guide to Art Painting Diagnostic Before Restoration with Terahertz and Millimeter Waves, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Biomedical Imaging.

Liquid index matching for 2D and 3D terahertz imaging

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Terahertz (THz) imaging offers a non‑destructive, contactless method for probing the internal structure of dielectric materials, yet its practical use has been limited by severe artifacts caused by refractive‑index mismatch at sample interfaces. This study demonstrates that immersing non‑planar…

Advanced Processing Sequence for 3-D THz Imaging

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The authors present a comprehensive, automated image‑processing pipeline that transforms raw terahertz (THz) radiographs into detailed three‑dimensional reconstructions of an object’s internal structure. The sequence combines a regularized tomographic reconstruction algorithm with K‑means…

Using soy protein in the three-component phantom for breast cancer mimicking

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The study presents a novel class of zwitterionic polymeric nanogels engineered to mimic the physicochemical properties of biological fluids and to serve simultaneously as diagnostic and therapeutic agents for breast cancer. By tailoring the composition of the nanogels—incorporating gelatin,…

Guided terahertz pulse reflectometry with double photoconductive antenna

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The research team from Bordeaux and Limoges has engineered a compact, optics‑free terahertz imaging system that delivers high‑resolution reflectometry through a single hollow‑core waveguide. By integrating two photoconductive antennas on a single low‑temperature gallium arsenide chip and coupling…

Multimodal Optical Diagnostics of Glycated Biological Tissues

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An in-depth editorial guide to Multimodal Optical Diagnostics of Glycated Biological Tissues, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Biomedical Imaging.

A comprehensive study of the application of the EOP techniques on bipolar devices

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The study demonstrates that Electro‑Optical Probing (EOP), a non‑invasive laser‑based diagnostic technique, can be reliably applied to bipolar semiconductor devices to uncover internal electrical activity and identify failure mechanisms that are otherwise invisible to conventional analysis. By…

Room temperature thermopile THz sensor

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Executive Summary The research presented here delivers a novel room‑temperature terahertz (THz) sensor that converts incident electromagnetic power into a measurable electrical signal via a thermopile assembled on a micro‑fabricated silicon dioxide membrane. By using a metallic grid absorber…

NearSense – Advances Towards a Silicon-Based Terahertz Near-Field Imaging Sensor for Ex Vivo Breast Tumour Identification

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An in-depth editorial guide to NearSense – Advances Towards a Silicon-Based Terahertz Near-Field Imaging Sensor for Ex Vivo Breast Tumour Identification, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Biomedical Imaging.

Pilot study of freshly excised breast tissue response in the 300 – 600 GHz range

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The pilot research demonstrates that terahertz (THz) imaging in the 300‑600 GHz band can reliably distinguish between malignant and healthy breast tissues within freshly excised specimens. Because the refractive index of cancerous tissue mixtures is measurably higher than that of fat or normal…

A Versatile Illumination System for Real-Time Terahertz Imaging

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Terahertz (THz) technology has long been recognised for its unique ability to penetrate non‑conductive, often opaque materials and reveal hidden structures without causing damage. Yet the potential of THz imaging for rapid, on‑line non‑destructive testing (NDT) and quality control has remained…

Room temperature Si–Ti thermopile THz sensor

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The work presents a room‑temperature terahertz (THz) detector based on a thermopile that converts absorbed THz radiation into a measurable voltage. The sensor’s absorber is a metallic grid engineered through a multilayer theoretical model that accounts for diffraction and equivalent resistivity,…

Terahertz imaging and tomography as efficient instruments for testing polymer additive manufacturing objects

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Terahertz (THz) imaging and tomography have been shown to provide a rapid, non‑destructive and radiation‑free method for inspecting polymer parts produced by additive manufacturing. Unlike conventional X‑ray tomography, THz techniques offer the possibility of routine quality assurance for complex…

Terahertz phase retrieval imaging in reflection

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The work demonstrates, for the first time, a practical, single‑beam terahertz (THz) phase‑retrieval imaging system that operates in a reflection configuration at a continuous‑wave frequency of 0.287 THz. By recording the reflected intensity at 27 axial positions and combining the signals from two…

Terahertz Spectroscopy and Quantum Mechanical Simulations of Crystalline Copper-Containing Historical Pigments

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The study demonstrates how terahertz (THz) spectroscopy, when coupled with solid‑state density functional theory (ss‑DFT) simulations, provides a powerful, non‑destructive tool for the identification and analysis of copper‑containing historical pigments used in art, manuscripts, and cultural…

Scanning laser terahertz near-field reflection imaging system

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A new terahertz imaging platform has been introduced that reconciles the high sensitivity of terahertz (THz) radiation with the practical constraints of industrial and medical diagnostics. By focusing femtosecond pulses from a fiber‑coupled 1.56 µm laser onto a thin gallium arsenide crystal, the…

Shape-from-focus for real-time terahertz 3D imaging

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The study demonstrates that the Shape‑from‑Focus (SFF) algorithm, traditionally used in optical microscopy, can be successfully applied to real‑time terahertz (THz) imaging systems to generate sharp two‑dimensional images and depth maps of thin or layered objects. By recording a rapid stack of…

Terahertz biophotonics as a tool for studies of dielectric and spectral properties of biological tissues and liquids

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An in-depth editorial guide to Terahertz biophotonics as a tool for studies of dielectric and spectral properties of biological tissues and liquids, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Biomedical Imaging.

Terahertz frequency modulated continuous wave imaging advanced data processing for art painting analysis

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An in-depth editorial guide to Terahertz frequency modulated continuous wave imaging advanced data processing for art painting analysis, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Art & Cultural Heritage.

Fast Terahertz Spectroscopic Holographic Assessment of Optical Properties of Diabetic Blood Plasma

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The research presents a novel, rapid diagnostic technique that harnesses terahertz (THz) pulse time‑domain holography to evaluate the optical properties of lyophilized blood plasma pellets. By converting plasma into compact, freeze‑dried tablets, the method overcomes the limitations of liquid blood…

Iterative Tree Algorithm to Evaluate Terahertz Signal Contribution of Specific Optical Paths Within Multilayered Materials

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Terahertz time‑domain spectroscopy (THz‑TDS) is a powerful, contact‑less technique for probing the internal structure of layered materials, a capability that is increasingly valuable in aerospace, automotive, composite manufacturing, and cultural heritage conservation. Conventional THz‑TDS analysis…

Ex Vivo Breast Tumor Identification: Advances Toward a Silicon-Based Terahertz Near-Field Imaging Sensor

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An in-depth editorial guide to Ex Vivo Breast Tumor Identification: Advances Toward a Silicon-Based Terahertz Near-Field Imaging Sensor, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Biomedical Imaging.

Review of Terahertz Tomography Techniques

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Terahertz (THz) imaging exploits the unique ability of 0.3–10 THz radiation to penetrate a wide range of dielectric materials while providing spectroscopic fingerprints of many chemical species. The reviewed work demonstrates that, beyond conventional two‑dimensional transmission or reflection…

Ordered subsets convex algorithm for 3D terahertz transmission tomography

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This research introduces a practical, high‑performance technique for three‑dimensional terahertz (THz) tomography that is designed to meet the stringent demands of non‑destructive inspection in industrial and cultural heritage contexts. The method refines the maximum‑likelihood reconstruction…

Durabilité des ressources pédagogiques sur support mobile en génie électrique

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An in-depth editorial guide to Durabilité des ressources pédagogiques sur support mobile en génie électrique, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Non-Destructive Testing.

An algorithm of unordered wavefront propagation in terahertz phase retrieval with dense multiplane data acquisition

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An in-depth editorial guide to An algorithm of unordered wavefront propagation in terahertz phase retrieval with dense multiplane data acquisition, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Biomedical Imaging.

Skeletonization and 3D rendering with real time terahertz tomography

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The study demonstrates a fully integrated, real‑time terahertz computed tomography platform that can acquire full‑field images at 25 frames per second, reconstruct a three‑dimensional volume, and automatically process that data to reveal detailed internal morphology within a single minute. By…

Terahertz near-field microscopy of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) of the breast

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Executive Summary Recent research has demonstrated that terahertz (THz) near‑field microscopy can be employed to detect ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) – a pre‑invasive breast cancer that is notoriously difficult to identify during surgery due to its small size (50–500 µm). Conventional THz…

Terahertz diffractive imaging with saturated data inpainting

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Executive Summary This research introduces a novel algorithm—Multiplane Iterative Phase Retrieval with Inpainting (SBMIR‑I)—that corrects for over‑exposure in terahertz (THz) diffraction imaging. By automatically “inpainting” saturated regions in the measured intensity data, the algorithm…

Tunable ultrafast infrared generation in a gas-filled hollow-core capillary by a four-wave mixing process

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An in-depth editorial guide to Tunable ultrafast infrared generation in a gas-filled hollow-core capillary by a four-wave mixing process, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Components & Antennas.

Terahertz Nondestructive Testing with Ultra-Wideband FMCW Radar

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The 150 GHz continuous‑wave radar, based on a homodyne eight‑harmonic mixing architecture, delivers non‑contact, high‑dynamic‑range imaging of a broad class of materials at sub‑millimetre depth resolution and up to 7.6 kHz frame rates. Achieving a 100 dB measurement dynamic range for few‑second…

Terahertz refractive index-based morphological dilation for breast carcinoma delineation

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Terahertz time‑domain imaging has been harnessed to generate refractive‑index maps of freshly excised breast tissue, enabling a non‑ionising, optical‑based assessment of tumour margins during breast‑conserving surgery. By converting the refractive‑index distribution into a binary map and then…

Feasibility of Using a 300 GHz Radar to Detect Fractures and Lithological Changes in Rocks

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The study demonstrates that a compact, frequency‑modulated continuous‑wave radar operating at 300 GHz can non‑destructively image rock interiors with unprecedented detail. By scanning a 121 cm² area in only fifteen minutes, the system resolves millimetre‑scale fractures and subtle lithological…

Characterization of Varnish Ageing and its Consequences on Terahertz Imagery: Demonstration on a Painting Presumed of the French Renaissance

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Terahertz (THz) imaging has been demonstrated as a powerful, non‑contact, non‑ionizing technique for probing the internal structure of cultural heritage objects, particularly those mounted on metal supports where conventional optical, X‑ray, or infrared methods fail. In this study, a…

TeraPulse Lx for terahertz imaging of painting on canvas

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An in-depth editorial guide to TeraPulse Lx for terahertz imaging of painting on canvas, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Art & Cultural Heritage.

Augmented Reality Terahertz (AR-THz) Sensing and Imaging with Frequency-Modulated Continuous-Wave Radar

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The research introduces a handheld terahertz (THz) sensing platform that fuses a frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) radar with a smartphone‑based augmented reality (AR) interface. The integration eliminates the need for heavy mechanical scanners, reducing system weight and cost while…

Scanning point terahertz source microscopy of unstained comedo ductal carcinoma in situ

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Executive Summary Terahertz (THz) imaging has long promised a label‑free path to diagnosing cancers by exploiting the sensitivity of THz waves to tissue hydration, cellular density, and molecular composition. In breast cancer, the earliest precursor lesion—ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)—requires…

Terahertz waves for contactless control and imaging in aeronautics industry

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Terahertz technology is emerging as a powerful, contact‑free tool for the aeronautics sector, offering both rapid structural health monitoring and precise material characterization. The study demonstrates that frequency‑modulated continuous‑wave (FMCW) radars operating in the 100–300 GHz band can…

Reconfigurable and versatile augmented reality optical setup for tangible experimentations

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Hybrid Optical Bench for Innovative Teaching and learning (HOBIT) combines a physical optical table with a real‑time, self‑adaptive digital simulation and augmented‑reality overlays. The system enables any optical experiment to be assembled, adjusted, and observed in a single secure,…

Label-Free Observation of Micrometric Inhomogeneity of Human Breast Cancer Cell Density Using Terahertz Near-Field Microscopy

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Terahertz near‑field microscopy built around a scanning point terahertz source (SPoTS) achieves a spatial resolution of approximately ten micrometres, breaking the diffraction‑limited barrier that has traditionally constrained terahertz imaging to millimetre scales. By placing a formalin‑fixed,…

Single-scan multiplane phase retrieval with a radiation of terahertz quantum cascade laser

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An in-depth editorial guide to Single-scan multiplane phase retrieval with a radiation of terahertz quantum cascade laser, its scientific context, terahertz contribution, applications, and collaboration potential in Biomedical Imaging.